APRIL 2022
KNOWLEDGE TREE - IMPACTFUL STORIES FROM IIT BOMBAY
Dear Friend,
Greetings from IIT Bombay!
I’d like to take you through some of the key events that took place at the Institute over this past month:
1. The 63rd Annual Foundation Day celebrations were held on March 10, 2022 at IIT Bombay’s campus.
The Institute recognised distinguished alumni members who have excelled in their professional fields with the Distinguished Alumnus Awards (DAA), as well as the Young Alumni Achiever Awards (YAAA), which were given to young outstanding alumni members who are below 40 years of age.
It was extremely heart-warming to see our alumni members and awardees accompanied by their parents. The happiness our alumni felt was nothing compared to the pride and smiles on their parents’ faces when they saw their children being honoured and receiving their awards amid their peers, senior Institute officials and other dignitaries who graced the occasion.
SPECIAL FEATURE
Arpit Mathur: His Journey from Privilege to Philanthropy
He’s a super-successful high-flying asset manager whose career has taken him all over the world. Beyond those professional triumphs lies Arpit Mathur’s core life philosophy and he says, “I’ve been very fortunate in my life. But if I don’t use my good fortune and pay-it-forward to help people and our society, then what’s the point?”
Arpit’s Foray into Philanthropy
Arpit’s philanthropic journey began at home where his parents inculcated the importance and the responsibility that comes with having privilege. His family was rooted in social work and giving back to society was integral to them. Arpit’s mother was passionate about elevating and empowering the girl child. Tragically, Arpit lost his mother last year during the second wave of COVID.
Unsurprisingly, one of Arpit Mathur’s two major endowments to his alma mater included paying homage to the woman who played such an influential part in his life. The Renuka Mathur Scholarship was instituted in his mother’s name and will provide scholarships to women students at IIT Bombay.
Dean ACR Prof. Ravindra Gudi: Our alumni community has been incredibly valuable to IIT Bombay
FACULTY INTERVIEW
IIT Bombay is home not only to world-class researchers, but the Institute has also established some of the finest innovation centres in the country. The Biomedical Engineering & Technology Innovation Centre (BETIC) is one such interdisciplinary innovation centre, which has created a comprehensive ecosystem by connecting stakeholders – academia, the medical community, government, industry, investors, and facilitators.
Today, we present the founder of BETIC, Prof B. Ravi.
News from IIT Bombay
TECH NUGGETS
Prof. Prasanna Gandhi receives ‘Technology Translation Award’ from SERB
Prof. Prasanna Gandhi receives 'Technology Translation Award' from SERB Prof. Prasanna Gandhi and his team from the Dept. of Mechanical Engineering received the "Technology Translation Award" from The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB).The primary mandate of SERB is to support basic research in emerging areas of Science and Engineering.The award recognises Prof. Gandhi and his team’s work titled, "Method ...
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Prof Sudarshan Kumar from IIT Bombay receives Fellowship at the Combustion Institute
Prof Sudarshan Kumar from IIT Bombay receives Fellowship at the Combustion Institute Prof. Sudarshan Kumar, Head of the Department of Aerospace Engineering, is the first Indian to be named a Fellow of The Combustion Institute, PA, USA.Prof. Sudarshan Kumar received the prestigious fellowship for his contribution to applied research in the field of flameless/mild combustion and the precise determination of ...
Read moreINSTITUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Are you eager to see how your alma mater and your beloved campus looks today?
Since not all of our alumni members can visit their alma mater personally, we’re bringing your alma mater to you!
Click the video and take a virtual tour of IIT Bombay’s serene campus as it is today.
CORPORATE COLLABORATION
IIT Bombay signed an MOU with GETINGE Medical to achieve organizational excellence in the field of innovation and technology enhancement through scientific R&D programmes, especially in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics, medical devices and life sciences.
The objective of the MoU is to promote interaction and share expertise and resources among areas of common interest that will benefit both organizations.
INNOVATIVE PRODUCT & TECHNOLOGY
SUCCESS STORIES
IIT Bombay takes immense pride in their students’ successes. Recently, a team comprising of five students –
- 1. Arpita Chakraborty,
- 2. Firdush Hussain,
- 3. Sonal Janagal, M. Tech, 2nd year student (Petroleum Geoscience – Department of Earth Science);
- 4. Sushmita – M. Tech, 2nd year student (Geo exploration – Department of Earth Science) and
- 5. Rhythm Shah, PhD, 3rd year student (Department of Earth Science) won the prestigious Minus CO2 challenge organised by the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE).
It was their hard work, dedication and perseverance which helped them win this extraordinarily difficult challenge that has real-life implications for our society and our planet. The team members talk to us about their journey to winning the Minus CO2 challenge.
Upcoming Events
The Centre was set up by IIT Bombay’s alumni members Mr. Sudarshan Kumar Saraf (B.Tech., Dual Degree, Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering, 1970) and Mr. Sharad Kumar Saraf (B.Tech., Electrical Engineering, 1970) with the aim of leveraging Artificial Intelligence in areas of operations research, data science, and automation in industrial settings. Both alumni members have generously funded the facility through their publicly-listed company, Technocraft Industries India Limited.
- Day & Date: Friday, April 8, 2022
- Time: 11:00 AM IST
- Venue: IIT Bombay Campus
- Day & Date: Sunday, April 10, 2022
- Time: 07:00 PM IST
- Venue: Open Air Theatre, IIT Bombay
Student Research Article
Expanding the Electrochemical Stability Window of Aqueous Electrolyte
Department: Energy Science and Engineering
Program: Ph.D.
Significance/Application
An electrolyte is a vital component of rechargeable batteries. Typically, it serves as an electron-insulating and ion-conducting medium facilitating the ion-transport mechanism between the anode and the cathode of the battery. The batteries’ electrolyte design needs greater attention because it drastically influences the electrochemical performance of the batteries.
